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Course Overview

This fully online diploma provides a focused programme of study in the area of software design and development, providing an insight into technical skills and modern industry techniques. Computer programming and design are taught in the diploma, as well as a number of important software engineering methodologies.

Applications and Selections

Who Teaches this Course

Requirements and Assessment

The Diploma in Software Engineering is delivered entirely using online learning technology so students can study when and where they want according to a paced learning cycle. Course materials are easy to follow and are accompanied by continuous assessment exercises, research/review questions and recommended course textbooks. Modules are delivered one at a time, over an eight-week period via asynchronous online technologies using web-supported learning.

The programme facilitators provide a recommended outline of study for each of the eight-week modules to ensure students keep on track. Each module is individually assessed by online examinations and assignments. All assessments and examinations take place within the eight-week period.

Key Facts

Entry Requirements

This degree is open to Honours degree graduates (Level 8) in Science, Engineering, or other relevant disciplines, and to other graduates with three or more years of relevant experience, and to those otherwise satisfying the MSc entry standards. An IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent international qualification will be required, if applicable. See www.nuigalway.ie/itonline for details.

Additional Requirements

Duration

1 year, Part time Online

Next start date

October 2017

A Level Grades ()

Average intake

15

Closing Date

Next start date

October 2017

NFQ level

8

Mode of study

Online

ECTS weighting

30

Award

Diploma in Software Engineering, NUI Galway

CAO

PAC code

GYE16

Course Outline

This programme is part-time and runs over one year. You will study one online module every eight weeks. This is an ideal programme for students who wish to:

Update their software development and ICT skills

Engage with an interesting and challenging curriculum in a flexible, online environment

Improve their employability opportunities by re-skilling in the area of software development

Rather than being a general-purpose award in computing, the intention of this diploma programme is to provide a coherent and complementary set of in-depth modules which bring the student up-to-speed on relevant software development tools and techniques. A full list of Core and Elective modules is available on www.nuigalway.ie/itonline

Why Choose This Course?

Career Opportunities

The software industry includes businesses involved in the development, maintenance and publication of computer software, as well as software services such as training, documentation, and consulting. At the heart of this industry is the activity of actually building and producing computer software, which is the emphasis of this diploma. Opportunities for software developers are excellent within Ireland and internationally.

Who’s Suited to This Course

This is an ideal programme for students who wish to:

Update their software development and ICT skills

Study in a flexible, on-line environment

Engage with an interesting and challenging curriculum

Improve their employability by re-skilling in the area of software development

Learning Outcomes

Work Placement

Study Abroad

Related Student Organisations

Course Fees

Fees: EU

€4,250 p.a. 2016/17

Fees: Tuition

€4,026 p.a. 2016/17

Fees: Student levy

€224 p.a. 2016/17

Fees: Non EU

€8,350 p.a. 2016/17

A fees scholarship of up to 30% may be available for students who wish to upskill for the purposes of re-employment. Students must be registered as unemployed and in receipt of one of the following: Job-seekers Benefit, Job-seekers Allowance, One-parent family allowance, Disability allowance, Community Employment Scheme or signing for social insurance contribution credits. Please download the 2016_2017 Scholarship Form for more information.